2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Proton 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
